Switzerland reveals names of 11 players, Xhaka among them

The Swiss Football Association has revealed the names of the first 11 players called up for the 2026 World Cup. 
Captain Granit Xhaka is among the first group. 

Switzerland chose to reveal the names via its social media accounts, with each video featuring enigmatic figures concealing the name of one of the players.

On Tuesday, the Swiss association will announce the names of 15 more players, completing the list of 26 footballers who will represent Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup.

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin will speak at a press conference on Wednesday.

Alongside Xhaka, those called up are Gregor Kobel, Marvin Keller, Ricardo Rodriguez, Manuel Akanji, Silvan Widmer, Remo Freuler, Noah Okafor, Djibril Sow, Denis Zakaria and Johan Manzambi.

Andi Zeqiri is not expected to be called up by Yakin for the World Cup. Midfielder Ardon Jashari is expected to receive a call-up.